KaribaRimba

Location: Based in Cape Town

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Artist Info

Kariba is a rare fusion of artistry that was born out of a meeting of diverse musical cultures and personalities who share a quest for excellence. Growing from the groundbreaking Intsholo ensemble, KaribaRimba combines the dynamic energy of brass with the exciting pulse of Africa. The full band (10-piece) has its own unique repertoire and has never been equaled.

Born in San Diego, California in 1960, composer, arranger, producer, trombonist, trumpeter William Haubrich joined the Cape Town Symphony in 1982 and was soon ensconced into the local jazz and African music scenes. William manages Kariba and is in constant demand as brass performer in jazz, classical, African, world, Jewish, and other settings. He is currently Head of Brass at the University of Cape Town’s College of Music.

Noteworthy Performances

South African Music Festival Toulouse, France

Oslo Chamber Festival, Norway

1996 Olympics, Atlanta Georgia

Oude Libertas Amphitheatre

Nedbank Peace Concert

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens

Arbour Day Celebrations

Cape Town Grand Parade

“Rhythms of Africa” with National Symphony Orchestra

Sun City Superbowl “Rhythms of Africa” SATV Broadcast

“A Crash of Cultures” Theatrical Production

Cape Town Baxter Theatre

“Truworths Jazz Festival”

Cape Town Botanical Gardens

Nedbank Rotary Proms

Launch of “Intsholo” CD

HRM Queen Elizabeth II and guests

British High Commissioner’s residence

SATV “Top Billing” with the Jazzart dancers.

“Classic Aid Trust” with Transvaal Philharmonic Orchestra

SATV “Coke Full Blast”

International Composer’s Forum Johannesburg

“Cape of New Hope” TV production with Xhosa Choir, Cape Town Symphony, Vusi Mahlesela, etc.

Media

“....a music of astonishing beauty. Who can genuinely claim the have heard anything like it before? Together, these diverse musicians echo the freshness of discovery made possible by the removal of cultural barriers.” The Star.

“...the collaborations shiver the soul--two totally distinct musical styles fuse smoothly into something as unique as it is brilliant. The individual performances are impeccable...” The Argus.

Client Feedback

“....a powerful expression of the unraveling multi- cultural dynamic in South Africa--a celebration of cooperation, music in its true sense, South Africanism in its new sense, and best of all-fun!...” Vusi Kama